Peter Crouch as a center-back is a highly unusual but surprisingly interesting option, combining his exceptional height with solid defensive positioning.

His aerial presence is outstanding, he dominates headers both defensively and offensively during set pieces.

His tackling is strong and precise, and his long legs allow him to make effective standing and sliding challenges.

His passing ability is better than expected for a defender, with clean short passes and decent ball control that allow for smooth distribution out from the back.

Despite being known as a striker, his defensive awareness and composure on the ball make him a unique experiment in defense.